2009-2010 Men's Swimming and Diving Roster
Ben Dearden
- Position:
- Fly/Free
- Class:
- Senior
- Hometown:
- Perkasie, Pa.
- High School:
- La Salle College HS
- Major:
- Materials Science & Engineering
Patriot League Championship Finishes:
2009 Junior season: 4th - 400 Medley Relay (3:23.66), 4th – 400 Free Relay (3:02.93), 9th – 100 Fly (50.38), 14th - 50 Free (21.32), 14th - 200 Fly (1:53.72)
2008 Sophomore season: 3rd – 200 Medley Relay (1:33.71), 8th – 100 Fly (51.96), 11th - 200 Fly (1:57.65)
2007 Freshman season: 9th – 200 Fly (1:56.63), 10th – 100 Fly (52.21)
Why Lehigh? “I chose to attend Lehigh because I wanted to receive an education that would prepare me for a successful career, while competing on a Division I swimming team. Also, on my recruiting trip, I met some really awesome people that I knew I wanted to spend lots of time with.”
On the Lehigh swimming experience: “Competing in Jacobs Pool is a truly unique experience. Just the other day, I took a moment to reflect while sitting in the stands of the pool. Even though the place was completely empty, I swore that I heard the deafening cheers of the fans and athletes that pack the building during a home meet and make visiting swimmers tremble as they stand behind the blocks. I got goose bumps as I had visions of the epic races swum in Jacobs pool. This tradition is something that I am truly proud to be a part of.”
PERSONAL BESTS:
50 Free 21.19
100 Fly 50.38
200 Fly 1:53.46
